Overview
Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR is a upright, compact, freely branching cactus succulent in the genus Kalanchoe, part of the Crassulaceae family, with dark green foliage. Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained and cactus or succulent mix soils and neutral to slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1b. Suggested uses include indoor container plant and patio plant in summer.
About
Kalanchoe 'Zephyros' is a compact, upright cultivar of the succulent genus Kalanchoe, known for its dark green foliage and freely branching habit. As a member of the Crassulaceae family, it thrives in well-drained, fertile soil with low moisture, ideally in full sun or part shade. Suited for indoor containers or summer patios, it requires a sheltered, south-facing aspect to protect it from strong winds. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H1b and is best propagated through leaf or stem cuttings and offsets, with its season of interest spanning spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Kalanchoe
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Well-drained, cactus or succulent mix
- Soil pH
- Neutral to slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- Low
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered from strong winds
- UK hardiness
- H1b
Plant details
Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Cactus Succulent, Conservatory Greenhouse, Houseplants
- Habit
- Upright, compact, freely branching
- Foliage
- Dark green
- Suggested uses
- Indoor container plant, patio plant in summer
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR
- Propagation
- Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets
- Pest resistance
- Moderate
- Disease resistance
- Moderate
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR?
Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered from strong winds positions.
What soil does Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR need?
Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR grows best in well-drained and cactus or succulent mix soil. It prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays low.
Is Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR hardy in the UK?
Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H1b, meaning it needs subtropical warmth of 10–15°C and must be grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Kalanchoe 'Zephyros'PBR?
Leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, offsets.
More in the Kalanchoe genus
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- Kalanchoe albiflora
- Kalanchoe beharensisfeltbush
- Kalanchoe beharensis 'Silver Shadow'
- Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Acheron'PBR
- Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Amrum'
- Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Elizabeth'
- Kalanchoe blossfeldiana 'Galera'PBR